Bo: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
One who lives and commands attention.
- Origin
- Scandinavian
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #537
- Peak
- #537 in 2020
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Bo Means
Bo is a unisex name of Scandinavian origin. One who lives and commands attention.
How Popular Bo Is
Bo currently ranks #537 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #537 in 2020. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Bo
- At its most popular, Bo reached #537 in the U.S. in 2020.
- Bo is a name from the Scandinavian tradition.
- Its short, punchy sound makes it easy to remember.
Names Like Bo
Other Scandinavian names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Bo
Scandinavian names that pair well as a brother or sister to Bo.
Questions About Bo
What does Bo mean?
Bo is a unisex name of Scandinavian origin. One who lives and commands attention.
How popular is Bo?
Bo currently ranks #537 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #537 in 2020. It has held steady.
Where does Bo come from?
Bo comes from Scandinavian roots. At its most popular, Bo reached #537 in the U.S. in 2020.
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